Track Bar: Installation

1987 Jeep Wrangler Base, 2.5 HSECTION Installation
  1. Position track bar in axle housing bracket and insert the spacer/washer between rear flange of bracket and track bar bushing. DO NOTΒ  install spacer/washer at the front.
  2. Loosely install mounting bolt and nut. Ensure mounting bolt passes through washer before final tightening. Connect track bar at frame rail bracket.
  3. Tighten ball stud mounting nut (to frame rail bracket) first, then tighten frame rail bracket-to-frame rail bolts to specifications. Install new cotter pin and lower vehicle.
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